Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Northwest Veterinary Hospital; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital is seeking a passionate Veterinary Assistant for its Surgery Department. In this role, you will provide crucial nursing care for pets, monitor vital signs, and support a collaborative team environment. With opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to your well-being, this position is perfect for those dedicated to enriching the lives of pets.

Benefits

Pet insurance

Continuing education allowances

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to pet care and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards.
• Administer IV and subcutaneous fluids.
• Monitor patient response to fluid therapy and alert doctors of any abnormalities.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient monitoring

IV catheter placement

Fluid therapy

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring an exceptional Veterinary Assistant to join our Surgery Department.

Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment?

Are you a team player who enjoys working together to provide quality care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you.

A BluePearl Surgery Assistant will be responsible for some post-operative client communication and must be able to work independently while contributing to a larger team goal. Preferably, candidates should have a minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital. A rotating on-call schedule is required once training has been completed.

As a Surgery Veterinary Assistant, you will:

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Utilize their ability to place peripheral intravenous catheters in the cephalic vein.
• Perform physical exams; accurately monitor heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
• Understand normal vital parameters and alert the doctor when abnormal.
• Set up intravenous fluids.
• Administer subcutaneous fluids.
• Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and troubleshoot errors.
• Disconnect and connect patients from intravenous fluids aseptically.
• Monitor patient response to fluid therapy, including signs of overload.

Why BluePearl?

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and can advance in their careers through our development programs and leadership workshops. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, there are endless opportunities for career growth.
• We support continuous learning with annual continuing education allowances, free sessions, our BluePearl University, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• We prioritize your health and well-being with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, paid time off, and more.
• We foster a family-like culture emphasizing teamwork and mutual support in our hospitals.
• BluePearl is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process.